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Elegant choice for dinners and celebrations. A standard bottle serves about 5 glasses, plan for 2 glasses per person.

8 bottles

for 20 people

Estimated cost: $80 - $160

Quick Reference: Wine for Common Party Sizes

People Wine Bottles Needed Est. Cost
5 people 2 bottles $20 - $40 Details โ†’
8 people 4 bottles $40 - $80 Details โ†’
10 people 4 bottles $40 - $80 Details โ†’
15 people 6 bottles $60 - $120 Details โ†’
20 people 8 bottles $80 - $160 Details โ†’
25 people 10 bottles $100 - $200 Details โ†’

Wine Tips for Your Party

  • โœ“ Offer both red and white options
  • โœ“ Chill white wine to 45-50ยฐF, serve red at 60-65ยฐF
  • โœ“ Plan 60% white, 40% red for most events
  • โœ“ Open red wine 30 minutes before serving
  • โœ“ Have a corkscrew backup - always

Frequently Asked Questions

How much wine per person?

On average, plan for 2 bottles per person for a 3-hour event. Adjust up for longer events or heavy drinkers.

How many bottles for 20 people?

For 20 people, you need approximately 8 bottles. This assumes a standard 3-hour event with moderate drinking.

What's the cost of wine for a party?

Wine typically costs $10-$20 per bottle. For 20 people, expect to spend $80 - $160.